MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
100,933 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
both front lower suspension arm rear mounting bushes are starting to split, no play in them at present
both front shock absorbers getting weak, not leaking and pass bounce test ok
slight dampness around the steering rack, not leaking at present
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R283 EKP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 103,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R283 EKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R283 EKP?
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What year was R283 EKP registered?
R283 EKP is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 June 1998.
Is R283 EKP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R283 EKP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R283 EKP have outstanding finance?
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